AI InTheRock

Curious About AI?

Join Central Arkansas' growing community of curious minds exploring the future of Artificial Intelligence.

Next Meetup: AI InTheRock

Wednesday, July 30th, 2025

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Date: Wednesday, July 30th, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
This Month's Speaker:
John Eddy
Food & beverages included

This isn't a lecture — it's a casual, open-invite meetup for anyone curious about how AI is changing our world. Whether you're technical, creative, in business, or just interested — you're welcome here.

People come to learn something new, meet interesting people, and walk away with ideas and connections that matter.

AI InTheRock Meetup

July's Featured Speaker: John Eddy

John Eddy

Topic:
Where is AI going? The Next Frontier: AI's Role in Reshaping the World

Join us for an exclusive conversation with John Eddy, a strategic advisor at the intersection of venture capital, national security, and frontier technology. With a background spanning both government and the private sector, John brings rare insight into how AI is converging with the physical world—transforming infrastructure, defense, and global systems. As a partner in a VC firm focused on frontier tech, he sees this convergence not just as innovation—but as a generational investment opportunity to solve the world's most urgent challenges. Come ready to explore where AI is headed—and why the smartest bets are being made now.

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A Look Back: Highlights from previous AI Meetups

Catch a glimpse of the energy, ideas, and innovation from our previous gatherings. These highlights showcase the conversations, connections, and insights that are shaping the future of AI in Arkansas. Whether you were there or you're just discovering us, these clips offer a window into the momentum we're building together.

An Awesome Space to Connect

The setting is casual, the vibe is welcoming, and the space is inspiring. Come hang out with some of the most curious, open-minded people in Central Arkansas.

Conference Room Entrance

Conference Room Entrance

Inspring Space

Inspring Space

IRL Conversations

IRL Conversations

Engaging Presentations

Engaging Presentations

In The Rock Auditorium

In The Rock Auditorium

Outdoor Patio

Outdoor Patio

Organizers

Brought to you by the collaborative efforts of these organizations.

Matmon
Downtown Little Rock Partnership

Want to Get Involved?

Interested in organizing future events or contributing to the AI community in Central Arkansas? We're always looking for passionate individuals and organizations to join our efforts.

Sponsorship Opportunities

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AI InTheRock is growing fast—and it's because of sponsors like you that we're able to keep these events free, inclusive, and energizing. Each month, we bring together curious minds, builders, business leaders, researchers, and policy shapers for real conversations around the future of AI in Arkansas and beyond.

We invite you to partner with us in building momentum. Sponsor once, or support for the next six months—either way, your brand will be aligned with ethical innovation, community leadership, and forward-thinking impact.

We are actively seeking partnerships, sponsorships, and speakers

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Want to get involved as a speaker, sponsor, or volunteer? We'd love to hear from you!

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Next Event: Wednesday July 30th, 2025

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